6. Add this creamy mix to the chicken pieces and mix well. Make sure all chicken pieces are coated with the creamy mixure. Cover it and refrigerate to marinade overnight or at least 2 hours. Take the marinated chicken out from the refrigerator before half an hour of grilling.

7. Soak the skewers in cold water for 30 mins (optional for grilling tray).

9. Grill malai chicken tikka at 220 degree Celsius preheated oven for 20-25 mins. (You can grill one side for 15 mins and other side for 10 mins or until it cooked and looks brown on some part of chicken.)

Serve malai chicken tikka recipe hot with salad and chutney on the side as a starter dish.

Variation Tip:

You can substitute cream cheese by using thick yogurt and normal cream.